The regeneration of a medieval castle, world's first social science research park and the conversion of a Grade II-listed stable block into a family home are among eight projects shortlisted for the RSAW (Royal Society of Architects in Wales) Welsh Architecture Awards 2024.
The projects that have been shortlisted are:
- Edge House, Ceredigion, by Hyde + Hyde Architects
- Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, by MICA Architects
- King's Gate, Caernarfon Castle, Caernarfon, by Buttress Architects
- Maindee Triangle, Newport, by KHBT
- Plas Glyn-y-Weddw Arts Centre Cafe, Pwlheli, by Mark Wray Architects, Sanderson Sculpture and FOLD Structural Engineers
- Plas Hendy Stable Block, Monmouth, by Studio Brassica Architects
- Sbarc | spark, Cardiff University, Cardiff, by Hawkins\Brown
- Swansea Arena, Swansea, by ACME
RSAW Jury Chair Kevin Hong, Associate Director and Studio Lead of AtkinsRealis Cardiff, said:
“From heritage and conservation projects to education and domestic dwellings, the shortlist reflects sensitive skill and execution of varying scales and building typologies.
“The theme of regeneration and the buildings strong sense of place were at the forefront of jury discussions. Whether through bold domestic, cultural and community interventions, or the innovative reuse of our built heritage, they show ambition to revitalise our towns, cities, and rural settings.
“These projects show how good architecture can play a key role in safeguarding our built heritage and developing a culture of social innovation.”
The RIBA Regional Awards shortlists for 2024 will be announced from 8 to 23 February. Check back throughout this period for shortlist publications.
All projects shortlisted for RIBA Regional Awards will be visited by a regional jury, and the winning projects will be announced later this spring.
The winners will then be considered for several RIBA Special Awards, including the RIBA Sustainability Award (sponsored by Autodesk) and RIBA Building of the Year (sponsored by EH Smith), before being considered for a highly coveted RIBA National Award, which will be announced in summer.
The shortlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize – the UK’s best new building – will be drawn from the RIBA National Award-winning projects, and announced in September. The Stirling Prize winner will be announced in October.
